This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful.
Upcoming events
AfmBOoqWGJtrQLLIXuoaS7TAXCAZYLckWOW6IXD14Pc5W YoLcAaE0mv
June
Jun
11
Chat for Family members of donor conception recipients
Family members of donor conception recipients, who are members of DC Network, are invited to join this new DCN Chat.
This is aimed at offering close relatives, such as parents and other close family, a chance to meet and talk within a safe space, about feelings and experiences within the context of the donor conception that their children or relatives are going through or have been through. This Chat is for you if you have children or relatives who are considering, undertaking treatment, or have children conceived with egg or sperm donation.
DCN chats are held on Zoom and offer a space for a small group of people to talk through some key issues, with the support of a facilitator who has some experience of a similar nature.
We are piloting these calls and very mindful of the sensitive nature of them and confidentiality of participants.
We hope you will join us for a unique opportunity to share with others. Please see some guidance about the Code of conduct below.
Jun
12
London: Men Only Get-Together
Heterosexual couple
In person
Local meetup
Member event
Parent
Prospective parent
Same sex male couple
Single man
Calling all men in the Network…
Come and join our get-together for *men only* – an opportunity to meet others in the Network and discuss issues which are of particular relevance to you relating to donor conception and becoming a family through this route.
This is a space for men to have a chance to talk and share and one of our lovely volunteers, Chris, will be hosting the event and waiting to welcome you!
Jun
16
Single women - Sperm donation - Prospective parent
Chat
Member event
Online
Prospective parent
Single woman
This is a DCN chat for single women considering or in treatment to become solo mums. This chat is open for those using sperm donation or considering double donation and offers a space for discussion and peer support.
This chat will be facilitated by Anna. Anna is a solo mum in the Network who kindly volunteers to support others.
This is not a professionally led or educational event with set objectives, rather this is a space for sharing and meeting others at the same or a similar stage of the journey.
Join us for a supportive space to talk to others in similar situations. If you find that you need further more professional support, please don’t hesitate to contact the DC Network office on enquiries@dcnetwork.org
Jun
17
Women in same-sex couples
Chat
Member event
Online
Parent
Prospective parent
Same sex female couple
This is a DCN chat for women in same-sex couples, prospective and parents alike.
DCN Chat is a peer support online get-together. This DCN Chat will be hosted by Emily, herself mum through sperm donation in a two-mum family.
Jun
17
Solo mums with children conceived through double or embryo donation
Chat
Member event
Online
Parent
Single woman
This is a DCN chat for solo mums through double or embryo donation- with children of all ages.
Join this chat if you are pregnant/have children through double or embryo donation.
If you are a thinker/tryer there is a DCN chat available for that stage.
DCN Chat is a peer support online get-together. This chat will be facilitated by Lucia, solo mum to twins through embryo donation. All our Chat facilitators are members themselves, and hosting the chat as individuals. This is not a professionally led or educational event.
Jun
18
Volunteer training opportunity – Group dynamics and facilitation
Member event
Online
Volunteers
Group Facilitation and Dynamics-2.5 hrs and CPD accredited
(For DCN Chat volunteers and Conference faciliators)
Join us for this practical training in applying group dynamics theory to help us manage different kinds of groups in the mental health and social care sectors.
Jun
18
Solo parents to children aged 5 and under
Chat
Member event
Online
Parent
Single man
Single woman
This is a DCN chat for solo mums and dads who have children ages 5 and under.
DCN Chat is a peer support online get-together. This DCN Chat will be hosted by Adrienne, solo mum to a child born 2017. All our DCN Chat facilitators are members themselves, and hosting the chat as individuals. This is not a professionally led or educational event.
Join us for a supportive space to talk to others in similar situations. If you find that you need further more professional support, please don’t hesitate to contact the DC Network office on enquiries@dcnetwork.org
Jun
20
Yorkshire - Camping trip
Heterosexual couple
In person
Local meetup
Member event
Parent
Same sex female couple
Same sex male couple
Single man
Single woman
Invitation from the event organiser:
The Yorkshire branch of the DCN are coming together for a camping w/e for 2 nights – on 20-22 June. June at Masons Campsite, Yorkshire Dales.
There are many regular attenders as we’ve been coming together for our camping w/e for many years now but we really welcome new members. It’s a lovely campsite by the river with lots of space so bikes, swimming togs and wetsuits all welcome.
Jun
21
Bristol - local group meetup
Heterosexual couple
In person
Local meetup
Member event
Parent
Prospective parent
Same sex female couple
Same sex male couple
Single man
Single woman
Come along to join this well-established group for in-person meetups scheduled across the year:
21st June, 10-3pm, Ashton Court
27th July, 10-3pm, Clifton Observatory
6th September, 10-2pm, Old Library, Muller Road BS7
Jun
21
Virtual Conference - London 2025 Revisited
Conferences
Members and non-members
Online
Hear from a stellar range of speakers at our 2025 virtual conference!
Our 2025 conference in April had some amazing speakers and now we are offering you the opportunity to enjoy some of the highlights from the comfort of your own home at this, our fifth virtual conference.
**Our fantastic programme includes:**
* Leo, a donor conceived young adult, and his identifiable donor Paul about meeting and their developing relationship
* Sophie, Matt, Ollie & Duncan: Four donor conceived adults sharing their experiences and answering questions
* Professor Vasanti Jadva presenting *Perspectives of parents, donors and donor conceived adolescents and adults*
* Optional: small discussion groups to allow you to connect and chat with other DC families or prospective parents
The event will be hosted by Nina, our Director. It will include a mix of live and recorded presentations, plus our wonderful panelists will be coming back to join live Q&A sessions to answer any questions you may have.
**How much does it cost?**
The online conference costs only £35 for members. If you’re not a member, we have a special ticket for you which includes 6 months’ of DCN membership and this ticket costs £70.
**When and where is the conference?**
The conference is on Saturday 21st June and is being held in the afternoon from 2pm to 5.30pm to make it more accessible to those outside the UK and those who have activities on a Saturday morning. It’ll take place online via Zoom but we know that life gets busy, especially in the summer months, so we’re also offering a one-month ‘watch again’ link if you can’t join us on the day. Please note that, to ensure the privacy of attendees, we’ll only be providing recordings of the main speaker sessions and not of any group discussions.
**Who is it for?**
It’s open to all and is appropriate whether you’re at the early stages of considering donor conception or have children already. It will also be useful for professionals working in a field connected to donor conception who would like to better understand this way of building a family.